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Deck cost per square foot (U.S. installed)
Filter material, height, railing, and market — then enter deck size for a tighter installed range.
Last updated: August 2026
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Pressure-treated wood · Ground-level / platform · No railing needed · Lower-cost area
$21–$38 per sq ft installed
$6,300 – $11,400U.S. ballpark for the filters above — get local bids to confirmPeople do not only type “deck cost.” They also search deck prices, how much does a deck cost, and deck cost per square foot. Those queries share one intent: budget a backyard build before calling builders.
What drives deck pricing
- Board material (PT wood vs cedar vs composite)
- Height, footings, and stair runs
- Railing type and code requirements
- Permits, demolition of an old deck, and site access
Filter material, height, and railing, then enter size. Get two local bids — soil and frost-line footing rules vary by region.